Chapter 248 The Actor Ran Away
"Ali, I'm not saying anything bad, but some people can't stand it and want to go on strike before we even enter the mountains. It will only get harder after we enter the mountains. I guess the filming of this play won't go smoothly." Xiaoyun said seriously.
Chen Li had an idea of this, but the crew was still very professional, especially the director Xiang Tian, who had won a major international award for his art film two years ago. Chen Li had specially watched that film, and it was shot extremely well.
A big part of the reason for choosing this script was because of Director Xiang Tian. She had little experience and needed training, and wanted to learn more professional things from Director Xiang Tian.
"I'm sorry to have caused trouble for you and Apan. If it really doesn't work out, just go back and don't follow me into the group and suffer."
"That won't do. If you're not afraid of hardship, then we certainly can't be either. We're your assistants, and it's our job to take care of you. How can we run away from this?" Xiaoyun said righteously, "Ali, don't let your imagination run wild. I'm just worried about you, not complaining."
Chen Li smiled helplessly, lowered her head and took a bite of noodles: "Hmm... delicious!"
The next day, the rain finally stopped and the sky cleared up. The director notified the group that we would set off into the mountains at 2 pm.
Some people in the group were worried that the mountain road would not dry out completely, but the progress had already been delayed, so even if there were difficulties, they had to overcome them and they had to go into the mountains today.
Everyone sent "received" to indicate that they were ready.
Just as Ah Li was about to close the group chat and pack up, He Zixiao suddenly sent a message: "Director, I'm withdrawing. Regarding any breach of contract, you can contact my agent and legal department at my studio. I'm sorry for the inconvenience this has caused the crew. I wish you all the best in filming and look forward to working together again."
Chen Li was stunned at the news, and then quickly looked at Xiaoyun and asked, "Xiaoyun, He Zixiao has withdrawn?"
Xiaoyun, who wasn't in the group chat, naturally didn't see the message. She was also surprised when she heard it: "What do you mean, not filming anymore? Then... then what should we do? He's the third male lead, right?"
He Zixiao's role is a rural boy who is the only friend of the abducted little girl in the village. In the end, he plays a crucial role in rescuing the girl and is a very important character in the movie.
Chen Li and He Zixiao didn't have much in common, she was just worried that the crew would be stuck in the dilemma of not being able to start filming again.
The budget for realistic themes is inherently low, and since they are not commercial films and do not have many sponsors, funding is the biggest problem. Delays can easily bring the crew down!
The director and producer soon exploded in the group.
"You're a good talker, but what actor is like you? Quitting at the last minute, do you realize how much trouble and loss this will cause the crew?"
"You are maliciously breaching the contract and must pay a huge penalty!"
"The contract repeatedly emphasized the harsh filming environment, but you can't stand it before we even start filming. You can't endure hardship and act like your mother!"
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Most directors of art films have bad tempers. There were many unpleasant words afterwards and Chen Li didn't dare to continue watching. In the end, He Zixiao left the group and the director stopped the insults.
Not long after, there was a commotion in the hotel corridor, which was not soundproof to begin with. He Zixiao's room was not far from Chen Li's room. Hearing the noise, Xiaoyun subconsciously opened the door and looked out.
The next second he quickly shrank back, turned around and said in surprise: "The director is here!"
Before Chen Li could speak, a clear national quintessence resounded throughout the entire floor: "Fuck your mother He Zixiao!"
This sentence directly frightened Chen Li and Xiao Yun, but the actors in other rooms opened the door and walked out. Seeing this, Chen Li followed them out.
The main thing is that she needs to figure out what the situation is now.
Director Xiang Tian walked out of He Zixiao's room. He was very young, with a very short buzz cut and a pair of black glasses without lenses. He was a little thin and had a very obvious ruffian air about him. He didn't look like an artistic person at all.
"That bastard ran away!"
When he went out, he poured out his traditional Chinese culture again, but his hands were not idle either. He cursed and flipped through his phone. No matter what, the protagonist was missing now, and he had to find someone to fill in.
As a result, I made several calls in succession and was rejected every time.
Firstly, everyone knows that the filming environment for realistic themes is difficult. Secondly, the pay is low. Thirdly, it may not even be released in China. It is the typical type of film that takes time but is likely to fall into oblivion.
Moreover, although Director Xiang Tian has won major awards abroad, he is a small director with no weight and popularity in the domestic entertainment industry. His success at a young age has already caused many people to envy him. In addition, he has a capricious personality and does things his own way. There are many people in the industry who exclude him and are eager to make him look bad!
Seeing that the project was about to be stuck again, Xiang Tianqi almost smashed his phone. A group of people gathered in the corridor and dared not say a word. The entire crew was made up of unknown small actors who didn't even dare to breathe.
Xiang Tian suddenly looked at everyone and asked with red eyes: "Is anyone else going to leave?"
Everyone avoided looking at each other, but no one said they wanted to leave.
Xiang Tian said again: "If you want to leave, leave today. If anyone dares to do this to me again after today, I will fight him to death!"
Several actors who had worked with Xiang Tian on a previous film all said, "Don't worry, Director, we're not leaving."
"Yes, we definitely won't leave!"
"Director, please find someone to replace He Zixiao first. We will wait here with you."
Xiang Tianchou's handsome face was twisted. He knew that he didn't have many connections in the circle, and he disdained to go around socializing to accumulate so-called connections in the circle. He was the kind of person who only wanted to make the movies he wanted to make and was absolutely unwilling to bow to the market.
This was originally his pride. He felt that he was untainted by the mud and was different from others.
But the reality is, when it comes to the critical moment, I am really fucking powerless!
"Do you have any friends who are suitable?" Xiang Tian looked at everyone and asked, his tone becoming lighter.
Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads.
Whether it exists or not is another matter. Who dares to take this responsibility? If something goes wrong after the introduction, I will definitely be blamed.
"director."
At this moment, Chen Li suddenly stood up, looked at Xiang Tian seriously and said, "I do have a candidate to recommend, but he was just an extra before, and he was injured a few months ago. However, when we messaged during the Chinese New Year, he said that his injury was not serious. If you don't mind that he was an extra before, I can ask him."
"Extras..."
Xiang Tian was confused when he heard this. Can an extra play the leading role in his role?
Seeing this, Chen Li quickly added, "He's a genuine northern rural guy, so it shouldn't be a problem for him to play himself. I can ask him for some clips of his previous performances. He's also played some minor roles with lines. Would you like to take a look?"
"Okay, it's easy if they're from the countryside. Then Chen Li, you should contact them right now. We really don't have time!"
(End of this chapter)
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